Private tour Maras Moray and salt mines from Ollantaytambo
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In this tour to Maras Moray and Salineras from Ollantaytambo, we will visit 2 places: The terraces of Moray and the natural salt ponds in Maras. Also the Chinchero textile interpretation center.
Highlights
- Enjoy the incredible views of the Sacred Valley.
- Explore the natural attractions and take pictures
- Learn about the elaboration of handicrafts in Chinchero.
Description
Day 1
Maras Moray and Salineras from Ollantaytambo
Our tour begins with pick up from the hotel or train station in Ollantaytambo at the agreed time from 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
After the respective pick up, we continue along the route of the Sacred Valley until our first stop at the archaeological site of Moray where we will have a guided tour, on the way we can observe its beautiful landscapes appreciating the flora and fauna of each site surrounded by mountains and snowy particular to this attraction.
Inside the archaeological site of Moray we will visit the agricultural terraces, they are a set of circular terraces that have an approximate depth of 150 cm, according to some chroniclers and historians Moray was an Inca agricultural laboratory, as they have their irrigation canals and each level is a micro climate.
Then we will go to the salt mines of Maras where we can appreciate the salt ponds. We will also have a guided tour and we will be able to buy products made of salt. This place has 2000 salt wells, currently the salt wells are exploited by local families.
Finally we will go to the town of Chinchero where we will visit the Chinchero textile interpretation center, where we will have the opportunity to learn and experience the technique of transforming wool and cotton into threads, which are dyed by different natural pigments.
After this tour we will return to Cusco or return to Ollantaytambo.
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Includes
Pick up from hotel or Ollantaytambo train station.
Tourist transportation.
Professional guide.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund